$2,000
TAG HEUER "The 6000 Quartz Chronograph". Donated by David Cone and Tag Heuer Notes David Cone Born in Kansas City, Mo., David Cone resides in Greenwich, Ct., with his wife Lynn. Baseball player Cone bats left and throws right. 1998 Season: Was 20-7 with a 3.55 ERA in 31 starts... the Yankees were 24-7 in his 31 starts... opponents hit. 237 (4th lowest in the A.L.)... was among the American-League leaders in wins (tied 1st), winning percentage (tied 4th), ERA (8th) and strikeouts (5th)... his 20 wins tied a career high, breaking the Major- League record for the longest stretch between 20-win seasons (was 20-3 in 1988 with the N.Y. Mets). Jim Kaat held the previous record, going 7 years between 20-win seasons (25-13 in 1996 and 21-12 in 1974... went 96 consecutive starts without back-to-back losses before losing on 9/13 vs. Toronto and 9/19 at Baltimore-only 2 pitchers this century have had longer or equal streaks (Firpo Marberry 100, Scott McGregor, 96)... went 0-1 with a no decision, allowing 16 earned runs in 9.2IP (14.89 ERA) in his first two starts of the season. David Cone was the recipient of the 1998 "New York Athlete of The Year " for his outstanding work on and off the field. Founded in 1996 by David Cone, the Foundation assists charitable organizations and educational programs throughout the country, especially as they relate to children. Cone has spearheaded several programs that have given the Foundation the chance to grow by donating his off-the-field pu Read more…
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
1999-02-24
